Nagelsmann, Germany's coach, to leave post after World Cup elimination; Klopp emerges as successor

Julian Nagelsmann is no longer the coach of the German national football team after their disappointing exit from the World Cup. The German Football Association (DFB) confirmed the immediate termination of his contract following a meeting with the coach.

The decision was made unanimously by the DFB's shareholder representatives and supervisory board, based on a proposal from President Bernd Neuendorf. Nagelsmann had reportedly requested to leave the position after a three-hour meeting at the DFB headquarters in Frankfurt. He was urged to consider a voluntary departure after explaining Germany's failure in the Round of 16 against Paraguay, a match decided by a penalty shootout.

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The decision was not an easy one. My highest priority has always been the success of the team. After such a bitter disappointment, they deserve the opportunity to start from scratch.

This elimination marks Germany's third consecutive World Cup failure, following group-stage exits in 2018 and 2022. The team's last World Cup triumph was in 2014. Nagelsmann, who took charge in 2023, will reportedly receive a severance package estimated at 7 million euros (8 million dollars).

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I want to thank my coaching staff, the support team, and everyone at the federation who supported us, especially the players with whom I had the privilege to work. A special thanks also to the fans. You supported us, believed in us, gave us energy, even in difficult times. It hurts me deeply that I have disappointed you and could not bring you more memorable nights of football in this World Cup. You deserved so much more!

In a statement, Nagelsmann expressed his deep disappointment, stating, "My highest priority has always been the success of the team. After such a bitter disappointment, they deserve the opportunity to start from scratch." He thanked his coaching staff, support team, players, and fans for their support.

The DFB also indicated that Jürgen Klopp has "already expressed his willingness to take on the role." Klopp has been without a coaching position since June 2024, having voluntarily left Liverpool.

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has already expressed his willingness to take on the role